{"id":9215,"date":"2021-10-11T10:31:40","date_gmt":"2021-10-11T14:31:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodwin.edu\/enews\/?p=9215"},"modified":"2024-12-17T11:54:26","modified_gmt":"2024-12-17T16:54:26","slug":"bsn-in-two-years","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodwin.edu\/enews\/bsn-in-two-years\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get a BSN in Two Years or Less"},"content":{"rendered":"

With over three million Registered Nurses employed in the United States, it\u2019s clear to see why RNs are considered the frontrunners\u2014and the backbone\u2014of the medical team. On an average day, a Registered Nurse can be found assessing patients\u2019 symptoms, administering medications, setting up care plans, performing diagnostic tests, as well as educating and comforting families during times of need. RNs have a vast scope of work and must be well-versed on all facets of patient care. It\u2019s no wonder, then, why more employers are seeking nurses with a bachelor\u2019s degree. Nurses with a Bachelor\u2019s in Nursing (BSN) are considered highly-competent in their field and, in turn, often experience stronger patient outcomes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Whether you are considering becoming a nurse for the first time, or are a seasoned RN looking to advance your education, there are many reasons to pursue a BSN degree<\/a>. However, you may be wary of a four-year program. Typically, bachelor\u2019s degrees take four years to complete\u2014and the nursing field is no exception. However, there are flexible options available, depending on your current level of experience and education. In fact, some types of BSN programs can be completed in two years or less.<\/p>\n

Can I Get a BSN in Two Years, as a New Nurse?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

In a critical field like nursing, where others\u2019 lives are in your hands, staying in school for the full extent of your degree program is important. Nursing programs are carefully designed to prepare students for all that may come their way in a healthcare setting, including emergency situations, complex patient conditions, critical procedures, advanced laboratory testing, and medication administration. So, if you are brand new to nursing and just entering college for the first-time, you will need to enroll in an entry-level nursing program and complete its entirety.<\/p>\n

Entry-level nursing programs combine classroom and clinical training, to give aspiring nurses the skills they need to succeed in medicine. If you are new to nursing, without prior college experience, you have two options to earn a nursing degree: the associate degree in Nursing program<\/strong> (two years) or a traditional, BSN program<\/strong> (four years). These programs will cover introductory and necessary science courses like Anatomy, Psychology, Physiology, Sociology, and Microbiology. After passing these courses, you can move into your fundamental nursing coursework and advanced patient care topics. All of this is essential to complete your nursing program and become licensed as a Registered Nurse.<\/p>\n

It is worth noting that you do not need a BSN degree to pursue your RN license. An associate degree in Nursing<\/a> is the standard requirement in the field. However, many nurses choose to go back to school for their BSN, or enroll in an entry-level BSN program with goals of career advancement down the road.<\/p>\n

What If I Have a Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Another Field \u2013 Is a BSN in Two Years Possible?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Yes! This is one exception for new nurses aspiring to earn their Bachelor\u2019s in Nursing degree. If you already have your bachelor\u2019s degree in another field, even if it is unrelated to health and medicine, you can earn your BSN degree on an accelerated timeline. Accelerated BSN programs<\/a>, commonly called second-degree nursing programs, are available for aspiring RNs with prior education under their belts.<\/p>\n

Accelerated BSN (ABSN) programs vary in length. At Goodwin University, students can earn their BSN in less than two years. In fact, with a full-time schedule, you have the opportunity to complete your BSN in as few as 16 months<\/strong> at Goodwin University. This is because we count your prior college education towards your latest coursework, allowing you to check off many prerequisites and earn your BSN degree fast. In order to qualify for this program and earn your BSN in two years\u2019 time, you must meet a handful of requirements<\/a>:<\/p>\n